The Goldbergs
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The Goldbergs

"Picture perfect."

7.5
Yr 2013
Status Ended
Family Comedy
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Overview

Before there were parenting blogs, trophies for showing up, and peanut allergies, there was a simpler time called the '80s. For geeky 11-year old Adam these were his wonder years and he faced them armed with a video camera to capture all the crazy. The Goldbergs are a loving family like any other, just with a lot more yelling.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 65 /100

Critical reception for The Goldbergs was notably mixed upon its debut. Many reviewers found the series shrill, loud, and overly reliant on 1980s nostalgia, with some critics suggesting the show struggled to elevate its staged situations or distinguish itself from other family sitcoms of the era.

However, the show eventually found its footing as a beloved family sitcom. Supporters highlighted the strong cast and writing, praising its portrayal of a close-knit, albeit dysfunctional, family. The inclusion of real home video footage at the end of episodes was frequently cited as a poignant and grounding connection to the show's personal origins.

“The series could have easily been written off as a Wonder Years knockoff set in the era of Reaganomics if it weren’t for its strong writing and cast.”

“When “The Goldbergs” debuted in 2013, some reviews dismissed the series as too loud, too busy and too beholden to nostalgia.”

“The show is like Modern Family mixed with A Christmas Story.”

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US
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CA
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UK
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UK
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CA
Why fans love it

The Goldbergs leans into the nostalgic chaos of 1980s Pennsylvania. Through the lens of a young narrator, the show documents a domestic environment defined by high-decibel affection and constant, colorful arguments. It captures a version of childhood where personal technology was limited to cumbersome camcorders and suburban life felt both expansive and claustrophobic.

Wendi McLendon-Covey anchors the family dynamic as the central force of this loud, sentimental sitcom. The series stands out by framing mundane household squabbles in the context of a decade that lacked modern parenting trends. By focusing on the frantic energy of a household that prioritizes emotional expression over boundaries, the show finds humor in the specific, unrefined irritations of growing up.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 75
Regulars 8
Longest run 229 eps
Wendi McLendon-Covey
Wendi McLendon-Covey
as Beverly Goldberg
229 episodes
Jeff Garlin
Jeff Garlin
as Murray Goldberg
207 episodes
Sean Giambrone
Sean Giambrone
as Adam Goldberg
229 episodes
Troy Gentile
Troy Gentile
as Barry Goldberg
229 episodes
Hayley Orrantia
Hayley Orrantia
as Erica Goldberg
229 episodes
Patton Oswalt
Patton Oswalt
as Adam Goldberg (voice)
229 episodes
George Segal
George Segal
as Albert 'Pops' Solomon
185 episodes
Sam Lerner
Sam Lerner
as Geoff Schwartz
175 episodes
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Virginia Gardner as Lexy Bloom 8 episodes AJ Michalka as Lainey Lewis 73 episodes Dan Bakkedahl as Mr. Woodburn 17 episodes David Koechner as Bill Lewis 38 episodes Charlie DePew as Anthony Balsamo 3 episodes Nate Hartley as Dan 29 episodes Cedric Yarbrough as Vic 23 episodes Rowan Blanchard as Jackie Geary 11 episodes Noah Munck as 'Naked' Rob Smith 103 episodes Jacob Hopkins as Chad Kremp 21 episodes Kenny Ridwan as Dave Kim 98 episodes Jackson Odell as Ari Caldwell 7 episodes Nathan Gamble as Garry Ball 5 episodes Ana Gasteyer as Miss Cinoman 15 episodes Sean Marquette as Johnny Atkins 65 episodes Zach Callison as Brian Corbett 21 episodes Mason Cook as Tyler Stansfield 4 episodes Zayne Emory as JC Spink 29 episodes Quincy Fouse as Taz Money 13 episodes Sadie Stanley as Brea Bee 36 episodes Carrie Wampler as Ren 3 episodes Shayne Topp as Matt Bradley 75 episodes Tim Meadows as Mr. Glascott 46 episodes Judd Hirsch as Ben 'Pop-Pop' Goldberg 22 episodes Natalie Alyn Lind as Dana Caldwell 27 episodes Dan Fogler as Marvin Goldberg 14 episodes Bill Goldberg as Coach Nick 12 episodes Stephanie Katherine Grant as Emmy Mirsky 36 episodes Bryan Callen as Coach Mellor 42 episodes Stephen Tobolowsky as Principal Ball 43 episodes Kelli Berglund as Ren 7 episodes Rob Huebel as John Calabasas 12 episodes Richard Kind as Formica Michael Mikowitz 8 episodes Isabella Gómez as Carmen 8 episodes Alison Rich as Erica Valley 21 episodes Allie Grant as Evelyn Silver 10 episodes Niko Guardado as Ruben Amaro Jr. 19 episodes Alex Jennings as Carla 51 episodes Matt Bush as Andy Cogan 100 episodes Jackie Geary as Mrs. Geary 4 episodes Sam Kindseth as David Sirota 13 episodes Ben Zelevansky as Dale 9 episodes Joshua Carlon as Michael C. Levy 4 episodes Jennifer Irwin as Virginia Kremp 57 episodes Jackie Radinsky as Sergei 6 episodes Ken Lerner as Lou Schwartz 29 episodes Mindy Sterling as Linda Schwartz 43 episodes Stephanie Courtney as Essie Karp 31 episodes Troy Winbush as Officer Puchinski 13 episodes Tyler Stokes as Drew Kremp 4 episodes Micki van Reingold as Ryan 4 episodes Karan Soni as Srinivas Bollimpalli 6 episodes Clancy Brown as Mr. Crosby 4 episodes Alexis G. Zall as Jackie Geary 9 episodes Suzy Nakamura as Mrs. Kim 4 episodes Augie Isaac as Matthew Schernecke 11 episodes Steve Guttenberg as Dr. Katman 7 episodes Stephen Guarino as Administrator Dean 5 episodes Theodore Barnes as Brian Walls 13 episodes Lew Schneider as News Anchor 5 episodes Anthony Michael Hall as Mr. Perott 9 episodes Sarah Kaufmann as Sydney 6 episodes Jessica St. Clair as Dolores 4 episodes Erinn Hayes as Jane Bales 8 episodes Beth Triffon as Joanne Schwartz 32 episodes Artemis Pebdani as Helen 5 episodes Anjani Joshi as Andrea 5 episodes
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Keywords

pennsylvania, usa sitcom 1980s
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Details

First Aired
September 24, 2013
Status
Ended
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
370